Computers for Beginners - Buying a Computer

So, you're planning to buy a new computer but don't know what to buy? Most computers comes in a package (a whole set composing of monitor, system unit, mouse, keyboard, etc.), some popular brands are HP and Dell, and of course you will be shocked by the price of those.

But your budget is really tight and you know almost nothing about computers? Don't worry, Chowder is here to help:)

Computers for Beginners - Buying a Computer

• Processor - most of the processors nowadays are multi core and power efficient. You didn't really need those high-end, super hi-tech processors. Just look for a multi core processor with high clockspeed (2.0GhZ - 2.5GhZ is enough). The cheapest but most efficient brand nowadays is Core 2 Duo.
• Memory - Get a minimum of 2GB. You dont need those memory sticks (RAM) with heatsinks or whatsoever, a very simple memory stick will do. Dont buy DDR, they are outdated. The cheapest but most efficient is DDR2-800 (this is a type of memory stick not a brand).
• Hard disks - they are very cheap nowadays, get at-least 320Gb.
• Motherboard - Your local computer shop will help you on this one because the motherboard depends on what kind of hardware you choose from above.
• GPU or Graphics Card - If you're not into gaming, you dont have to buy one, the "built-in" Graphic Processor on motherboard will be enough. But if you're a gamer, buy the cheapest but most efficient: Nvidia 8800 GT.
• Casing - Anything will do
• Power Supply - Dont buy the cheapest, but you also didnt need the expensive ones, mid-range PSU (power supply unit) is enough
• Monitor - Any will do,.

And that's it, other hardware are keyboard and mouse. And base on above and on your budget, you now have a guide on buying a computer. If you have any question, just post your comment below.

Computers for Beginners

Computers are becoming more and more popular each day. But as the number of user's grow, most of them are not knowledgeable enough in the technical side of a computer.

Here in my blog, i will be posting some tips, trick and guides for beginners. Not just to help them but also to give them a better understanding on the technical side of a computer.

My first guide is about buying a computer.

PayPal Bank Codes in Philippines

Here's the list of updated codes of our local banks. The source is Ebay so it's reliable.
If you're wondering how could you withdraw your PayPal funds, here is the here is the list of methods to withdraw your paypal funds in Philippines.

BANK NAME	Bank Code
ALLIED BANKING CORP	010320013
AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND	010700015
ASIA UNITED BANK	011020011
BANGKO SENTRAL NG PILIPINAS	010030015
BANGKOK BANK	010670019
BANK OF AMERICA	010120019
BANK OF CHINA	011140014
BANK OF TOKYO	010460012
BANCO DE ORO (& EPCIB)	010530667
BANK OF COMMERCE	010440016
BANK OF THE PHIL ISLANDS	010040018
CHINA BANKING CORP	010100013
CHINA TRUST COMML BANK	010690015
CITIBANK N.A.	010070017
DEVT BANK OF THE PHILS	010590018
DEUTSCHE BANK	010650013
EAST WEST BANK	010620014
EXPORT & INDUSTRY BANK	010860010
FUJI BANK	010640010
HONGKONG AND SHANGHAI BANK	010060014
INTL COMML BANK OF CHINA	010560019
INTL EXCHANGE BANK	010680012
JP MORGAN CHASE BANK	010720011
KOREA EXCHANGE BANK	010710018
INTL NEDERLAND BANK	010660016
LAND BANK OF THE PHILS	010350025
MAYBANK OF THE PHILS	010220016
METROPOLITAN BANK & TRUST CO	010269996
PHIL BANK OF COMMUNICATION	010110016
PHIL TRUST COMPANY	010090039
PHIL NATIONAL BANK	010080010
PRUDENTIAL BANK	010150018
PHIL VETERANS BANK	010330016
RIZAL COMML BANKING CORP	010280014
SECURITY BANK & TRUST CO	010140015
STANDARD CHARTERED BANK	010050011
UNITED COCONUT PLANTERS BANK	010299995
UNION BANK OF THE PHILS	010419995
UNITED OVERSEAS BANK	010270189

Source: http://pages.ebay.ph/bankwithdrawal/bank_codes_ph.html

Hope this post helps.

Methods to Withdraw your PayPal Funds in Philippines.

I'm a freelance web developer (i know, my blog's design sucks but I'll redesign this later), and most of my clients live abroad (UK and Germany) and if you're a freelancer like me, you'll probably notice that most of them prefers PayPal as a payment method.

To make things short, most of us Filipinos wonder how could we withdraw our PayPal funds. Hope this little guide of mine gives you a little help in withdrawing PayPal funds.

Proven Methods in Withdrawing PayPal Funds in Philippines:

• Union Bank's EON Card - the most common method, probably because Union Bank is the only bank in the Philippines that's officially affiliated with PayPal.
• Bank Account Withdrawal - you can also transfer your funds directly into your local bank account but if problem arises BUT don't expect full support from our local banks because they will only tell you that they are "not connected" to PayPal so they couldn't help you. Also, here is the list of Philippine bank codes for your reference.
• SMART Money - Yes, you can withdraw your funds using SMART Money, however most of the transactions are done via SMS, and every text cost 2.50php.

Some notes:

• You cant use Globe G-Cash to withdraw your PayPal funds.
• Avoid using a Credit Card as a withdrawal method, if you search the internet, most people around the world are having cash related problems when they use their Credit Card for withdrawing in PayPal.

Hope this helps, if there are other methods just say it in the comment section to help our fellow Filipinos out there.

My First Lazy Afternoon Post

I'm new in the world of blogging, hope would kill a lot "lazy afternoon" time.